Plant Systems Engineer

Perrigo Company plc

Seeking a Plant Systems Engineer to manage critical systems and lead capital projects at Perrigo. Ensuring reliable operations in a cGMP manufacturing facility in Bronx, NY.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeBronx • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as SME for critical systems including purified water, HVAC, Building Management System (BMS), chilled water, and compressed air
Ensure systems operate reliably and in compliance with GMP and quality requirements
Lead troubleshooting of complex system failures impacting production
Drive RCA, CAPAs, and long-term reliability improvements
Coordinate with maintenance, vendors, and contractors to maintain system performance
Identify and implement system reliability and performance improvements
Serve as the technical lead for capital projects
Manage capital projects greater than $1MM from concept through closure
Develop and review engineering documentation including URS, DFMEA, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and scopes of work
Lead all phases of project delivery from planning through closure including FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification, and verification
Lead cross-functional teams and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with cGMP standards
Provide hands-on engineering support to plant operations to resolve equipment and system issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related)
Minimum of 6+ years of engineering experience in a cGMP or regulated manufacturing environment
Proven ability to lead capital projects and cross-functional teams
In-depth experience working with facility and utility systems such as purified water, HVAC, and Building Management Systems (BMS)
Strong ownership mindset with ability to drive projects and technical decisions independently
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems and implement effective engineering solutions
Strong communication skills with ability to clearly convey technical concepts across all levels
Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
retirement plans
paid time off
professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineeringtroubleshootingsystem reliabilitycapital project managementengineering documentationURSDFMEAP&IDscommissioningqualification

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationownership mindsetcross-functional team managementproblem-solving